Burnt out

[crouching_tiger]

Sheens is burning out Heighington.
Ever since he converted him into an 80min player, he has slowly dwindled into a player with less impact as the seasons go on.
He is struggling to break the line and his footwork before the line is not working. Easily being wrestled to the ground and being put on his back by defenders to slow him down even further. His laying all over the play-the-ball is also a result from this and costing the team dearly. Once again i noticed he was slow to get back into the defensive line on several occasions.
Through no fault of his own and much to Heighno's credit, he has powered on like a true soldier and done everything to coach has requested of him.
I believe if Sheens keeps doing this, the injuries will just keep coming.
A fresh Heighno is 100 times more effective.

 

[system]

Very true CT. If we are going to use our lock as a 3rd prop why not carry David Gower on the bench to allow Heighno a 20 minute or so breather. He could also be used in the prop rotation.

You are dead on though it is testament to Heighno's commitment that he forces himself to keep going

 

[Balmain_Bug]

True CT. The Fonz's bench management leaves alot to be desired.

 

[softlaw]

very true
especially considering the amount of backrowers we have had over the last few seasons. It's been the 1 spot we had depth & we haven;t used it.

 

[Centaur]

Definitely can't continue to play 80 minutes. Mind you I thought his discipline was poor and his hit-ups ineffective in the first half, before he got tired. So it is no excuse for what was a poor game in my opinion.

 

[BRET]

Can't argue with that. All true. And Smeg you are spot on too - put Gower on the bench!

 

[Aladinsane]

True CT. The Fonz's bench management leaves alot to be desired.

Agree Guys, but you can't give Heighno a rest, CT, when you have your beloved Fitzy warming up the bench next to Sheens for 78 minutes of the game. :astonished:
Overheard Sheens saying that he was going to pull Lote out , because he was cramping up, just before he made the burst and put Stewart out of the game….why does be always have to feel the security need to have a back sitting out most of the match.....
The way Sheens is so loyal to his past 2005 players reminds me of how Jesus protects his true love......yes, this time Aladinsane is the new Judas... :wink:

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[MGB]

Yep agreed. A cpl of years ago he was a standout because he was managed correctly and was generally not called on so early in the tackle count. He's being made to work a lot harder these days no doubt about it.

 

[AmericanHistoryX]

maybe rhino wants to play the full 80 minutes.

 

[simonthetiger]

Rhino played 66 mins last night.

 

[system]

Good use of the free interchanges by Sheens

 

[alexaki]

Yep agreed. A cpl of years ago he was a standout because he was managed correctly and was generally not called on so early in the tackle count. He's being made to work a lot harder these days no doubt about it.

rather than being the coaches fault, could it be Heighno is not pacing himself very well during the game?

 

[Geo]

Can't argue with that. All true. And Smeg you are spot on too - put Gower on the bench!

Yes and he was missed when on the bench….

Fitzy showed his versitility comming on at the end to replace the Rhino.....

 

[Alwaysownyou]

Did anyone else notice the boos in the crowd when Fitzhenry's name was announced prior to the game starting? Looks like the vast majority of Tigers fans want him nowhere near the team, yet here we go, he'll take Beau's spot on the wing for the next three weeks when a younger option like a Samau or a Pritchard would be better options.

 

[alien]

I talked about this months ago. Heighington will be much more effective if he is given more of a rest during the game.

 

[Golden]

yes well get ready for the bomb attack to Fitzy from Pearce and Anasta next week SKD is going to be flying through the air alot!

 

[king_sirro]

Rhino played 66 mins last night.

So we cant use playing 80mins as an excuse then

 

[tiger05]

I think he played well last night. He took it up on numerous occassions and his defence was good.

Also listening to the commentary gives a false impression - his discipline wasn't as bad as what was stated.

 

[ron_burgandy]

well if it wasnt for tackles being put on report id dare say both he and fulton would of played 80 mins, but heigno isnt an 80 minute player its because of sheens constantly picking a centre/winger on the bench and giving them 5 charity minutes at the end of a game

 

[AmericanHistoryX]

if rhinos burnt out then im a leprechaun. he played well last night - i mean - compared to last season - but its only one match. he cant be burnt out now - its waaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyy too early.